Best pencil ever! Does it come with 9B lead? It would help me see it better if it wrote darker. Thanks.
22999
Probably not just standard .9mm lead if you want special lead you would have to buy that separately
23000
In 9 mm you can order B and 2B. Both are very dark, and ideal for making a good black when drawing. Because they are soft they could smudge a bit. I wouldn't write with anything darker than B.
481136
It's not so much a must but it does give you more useable lead for a longer period of time. The lead is strong enough to take a long point without breaking while still being quite smooth.if you like writing, try the Blackwing Pearl or 602. They both have slightly harder lead thats still very smooth but keeps a point much longer.
1566171
I think it's one of the better models to have because it's not very heavy and has the rotating mechanism for the lead. In comparison to other pencils, it's more about the lead that determines breakage. This model has diamond infused lead which makes them a lot more resistant to breakage but good luck finding the replacements for it. If you're looking for good replacements, then get the super high polymer replacements from the office supply stores because they work just as well (if not better). They're also cheaper and easier to find.
1664654
Mine came with three pieces of lead. But I bought twelve small boxes of 2B lead because for me it is smoother and bolder than writing with HB
513258
Palomino has a Number 2 pencil, it is blue. The mark made by the Blackwing is certainly dark enough to be read by the machines scoring standardized tests, but it is not a number 2 pencil, and as a teacher, I go with the blue - better safe than sorry.
1967374
I bought the suggested sharpener - the leads still broke.... Maybe I was just unlucky but it happened with both sets of Prismacolor pencils I purchased.
1664653
Yes all of mine have came with lead inside them. I've also bought refills here on amazon for the leads and erasers. I have not had to replace or add any to my pencils yet but did not want to wait till I ran out before I ordered. I love mine, very comfortable in the hand and balanced well for drawing.
349238
Yes, the color of the lead is black and a nice width. I don't know how dark your green ledger paper is, but I'm guessing you could use this pencil and see the print. Goodluck...
349239
It is a standard 2/HB pencil. To make a pencil mark stand out more easily using the same pressure you would need a softer pencil lead (2B, 4B, 6B) which will also smudge more, or paper that's less shiny. Anything that gave you a dark line without smudging and without bearing down harder would also probably be very difficult to erase, like a crayon. If that's not an issue to you there are many pencils with dark, waxy centers, not all with thick leads. They can be great for drawing. Don't know how they'd be for extensive writing. This is the best standard writing pencil I have ever used. You can get a smooth line with light pressure, or you can bear down without snapping the lead, which is always perfectly centered in the wood. The erasers work great. I will happily use the yellow Ticonderogas, but if I'm spending my own money these are what I always get.
1399933
Like the others said, it indicates what type of lead is currently in the pencil. And the photo shows a black pencil, but you will get a blue one.
975568
Other than the difference in barrel color, I didn't notice any difference in the quality of the pencil. Maybe there's a price difference. My belief is that it's a gimmick: Yellow barrel pencils suggest a kid's toy. A black pencil with a black eraser suggests a sense of luxury or elegance (Which seems more elegant -- a black Cadillac or a yellow one?) but it's still the same pencil.
1963009
lead holder vs mechanical pencil... I use both on a daily basis. as for the difference. I will start with the obvious, the lead holder uses a 2mm lead instead of the .5mm,.7mm, or .9mm lead that the mechanical pencil offers. you can also get the 2mm lead in a variety of colors and hardness's depending on your needs. i mostly use my lead holders for shading purposes in my drawings but i have done some complete drawings with them. as for the $1 variety of mechanical pencils always remember that you get what you pay for. if you plan on doing a lot of drawing spend the extra money and get a quality mechanical pencil, i promise you wont be disappointed. lead holder vs mechanical pencil... I use both on a daily basis. as for the difference. I will start with the obvious, the lead holder uses a 2mm lead instead of the .5mm,.7mm, or .9mm lead that the mechanical pencil offers. you can also get the 2mm lead in a variety of colors and hardness's depending on your needs. i mostly use my lead holders for shading purposes in my drawings but i have done some complete drawings with them. as for the $1 variety of mechanical pencils always remember that you get what you pay for. if you plan on doing a lot of drawing spend the extra money and get a... » Read More lead holder vs mechanical pencil... I use both on a daily basis. as for the difference. I will start with the obvious, the lead holder uses a 2mm lead instead of the .5mm,.7mm, or .9mm lead that the mechanical pencil offers. you can also get the 2mm lead in a variety of colors and hardness's depending on your needs. i mostly use my lead holders for shading purposes in my drawings but i have done some complete drawings with them. as for the $1 variety of mechanical pencils always remember that you get what you pay for. if you plan on doing a lot of drawing spend the extra money and get a quality mechanical pencil, i promise you wont be disappointed. « Show Less
1555405
While this pencils are not classified as soft pencils on the box, they do give nice dark lines and marks. They are Hard Black #2 that could be classified as soft pencils because they a give dark image rather than a light image. They are perfect for scan tons and all other applications. They are easy to sharpen, and are very strong. Note: the higher the # the harder the pencil. These pencils are only a #2 hardness.
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It doesn't have an eraser built into the tip. That is a pencil sharpener. It is a great pencil and will serve you well. The lead that comes with it is a little light in color for my tastes too. I bought the darker lead, but you should be good to go.
1863843
You are correct. the mechanics work by pressing down on the top of the pencil for the lead to come out. Its a relatively light mechanical pencil.Hope this helps to make your decision.
1032061
Make sure you are using the right diameter lead. If it's still not working you have a defective pencil.
864602
This is a great pencil. Good lead, good grip, good feral, and very good erasers. Better than Paliminos.